The Mido Ocean Star GMT M026.629.11.051.01 adds a second-time-zone function to Mido‘s Ocean Star diving collection. Its round case is made of 316L stainless steel and measures 44 mm in diameter with an average thickness of 13.4 mm, and the watch weighs 205 g on its bracelet. The black dial uses index hour markers and sits under a sapphire crystal with a double anti-reflective coating on both sides. Inside is Mido‘s Caliber 80 self-winding movement, which offers a power reserve of up to 80 hours. A screw-down crown helps the case reach a water resistance of 20 bar, or 200 metres, which Mido presents as suitable for both aquatic adventures and everyday activities.

Along with the date, the GMT complication uses an additional hand that completes one revolution in 24 hours, letting the wearer read home time and local time at the same moment. Mido has engraved time-zone indications on the caseback to help with setting the second zone. The watch comes on a stainless steel bracelet with a folding clasp that includes a safety lock, a diver’s extension and double push-buttons, and Mido offers bracelet sizing from 15 cm to 20 cm. The 22 mm lug width means the brand’s own rubber and fabric straps, as well as many aftermarket options, can be fitted. Mido lists the watch at $1,490 in the United States, backed by a two-year warranty.

Reviewers generally describe the Ocean Star GMT as one of the stronger value propositions among Swiss automatic GMT watches, citing the 80-hour Caliber 80, the clear dial layout, the legible skeletonised 24-hour hand and a comfortable bracelet. Hands-on coverage notes that the sloping case and lug shape help the 44 mm diameter wear more easily than the figure suggests. The most common criticisms concern size and weight, with one reviewer pointing to the thickness of more than 13 mm and the inner ring making the watch look larger, and another finding the bezel action less refined than hoped. The M026.629.11.051.01 is currently in production and is listed for sale on Mido‘s official US website.